You've heard the myths. If you get a tan, you won't get skin cancer. If you use SPF 50 sunblock, you're safe. Only people with light skin are prone to skin cancer. None of these are true. It's suntan season in the Earth's northern hemisphere, so you'd better get the facts. We've got the lowdown on the real connection between going out in the sun and getting skin cancer — and some recommendations about how to protect yourself while also soaking up some healthy solar radiation.